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marked by strong wind or more wind than usual
watch out for gusty conditions as the storm blows in
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Recent Examples of gusty
There will be gusty winds at times ahead of this line, and as the line moves through some locations will likely have brief wind gusts between 35 and 45 mph.
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 20 Feb. 2026
Then, after a rainy and gusty midday Sunday, winter will return as temperatures are forecast to plunge nearly 50 degrees by Tuesday morning.
—Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2026
According to the National Weather Service, additional storms are expected to bring more rain, gusty winds and colder temperatures to California.
—Sacbee.com, 19 Feb. 2026
Wildfire worries As the warmth builds, dry, gusty winds will sweep across the High Plains this week, increasing the risk of wildfire ignition and rapid spread.
—Doyle Rice, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026
Also, concerns about fast-spreading wildfires could increase next week if winds become gusty.
—Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 14 Feb. 2026
Thunderstorms may also bring small hail and gusty winds.
—Hayleigh Evans, AZCentral.com, 13 Feb. 2026
The combination of strong, gusty winds near the coast will create near blizzard conditions, which will greatly reduce visibility and cause dangerous conditions late Saturday and overnight.
—Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 31 Jan. 2026
Winds will be gusty and quite strong through the weekend, blowing 14 mph to 18 mph and gusting up to 34 mph.
—Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 30 Jan. 2026
Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 20 Feb. 2026
Then, after a rainy and gusty midday Sunday, winter will return as temperatures are forecast to plunge nearly 50 degrees by Tuesday morning.
—Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2026
According to the National Weather Service, additional storms are expected to bring more rain, gusty winds and colder temperatures to California.
—Sacbee.com, 19 Feb. 2026
Wildfire worries As the warmth builds, dry, gusty winds will sweep across the High Plains this week, increasing the risk of wildfire ignition and rapid spread.
—Doyle Rice, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026
Also, concerns about fast-spreading wildfires could increase next week if winds become gusty.
—Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 14 Feb. 2026
Thunderstorms may also bring small hail and gusty winds.
—Hayleigh Evans, AZCentral.com, 13 Feb. 2026
The combination of strong, gusty winds near the coast will create near blizzard conditions, which will greatly reduce visibility and cause dangerous conditions late Saturday and overnight.
—Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 31 Jan. 2026
Winds will be gusty and quite strong through the weekend, blowing 14 mph to 18 mph and gusting up to 34 mph.
—Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gusty
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In especially sunny or windy places, just how much state power comes from renewable sources can be startling.—
Elizabeth Weise,
USA Today,
21 Feb. 2026
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Very windy and cold conditions Sunday night will lead to widespread wind chill values in the single digits across the mountains.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Dry air and gusty winds are hampering fire crews, particularly in the southern Rockies and Plains, where blustery conditions in New Mexico and Texas are fueling rapid spread through tinder-dry grasses.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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There’s no doubt that fresh flowers bring vibrancy and life into our homes during these blustery, winter months.—
Heather Zidack,
Hartford Courant,
15 Feb. 2026
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Best Women’s Clothing Deals From buttery soft T-shirts to breezy jumpsuits, there’s no shortage of chic and comfy spring wardrobe staples hidden in the Macy’s sale section.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Feb. 2026
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The afternoon is mostly sunny with some clouds once again, with highs reaching the mid- to upper 70s and breezy winds.—
Michael Autovino,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Gusty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gusty. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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